2 New Rugers, Kaiser X7, Wilson goes Valkyrie! - TGC News!

Published on June 11, 2018
Duration: 10:48

This episode of TGC News covers new firearm releases from Ruger, Kaiser US, and Wilson Combat. Jon Patton discusses the Ruger Scout Rifle in .450 Bushmaster, highlighting its suitability as a brush gun despite a high MSRP. He also reviews the Ruger Model 77 in .17 Winchester Super Magnum, noting its potential but questioning the cartridge's past accuracy issues and the rifle's price. The Kaiser X7 AR-15 receiver set is critiqued for its high price point for a polymer-based product, with particular attention paid to the cost of an optional metal ejection port cover. Finally, Wilson Combat's new AR-15 offerings in .224 Valkyrie are presented, with the Recon Tactical and Super Sniper models discussed.

Quick Summary

TGC News reviews new firearms including the Ruger Scout Rifle in .450 Bushmaster ($1200 MSRP) and Ruger Model 77 in .17 WSM ($1000 MSRP). They also cover the Kaiser X7 polymer AR receiver set (starting at $419) and Wilson Combat AR-15s in .224 Valkyrie (over $2500 MSRP).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & New Releases
  2. 01:19Ruger Scout Rifle .450 Bushmaster
  3. 02:26Ruger Model 77 .17 WSM
  4. 03:30Kaiser US X7 Receiver Set
  5. 06:07Wilson Combat .224 Valkyrie AR-15s
  6. 08:06Friendly Fire Q&A
  7. 10:03Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the new Ruger rifles discussed in TGC News?

TGC News covers two new Ruger rifles: a Ruger Scout Rifle chambered in .450 Bushmaster, featuring a composite stock and 16-inch stainless barrel, and an extension of the Model 77 line chambered in .17 Winchester Super Magnum.

What is the Kaiser X7 receiver set and what are its key features?

The Kaiser X7 is a polymer-based AR-15 receiver set from Kaiser US. It is glass fiber reinforced and includes metal inserts for pin interfaces, claiming to be lighter and more durable than aluminum receivers.

What are the new Wilson Combat AR-15 models and calibers?

Wilson Combat has introduced two new AR-15 models, the Recon Tactical and the Super Sniper, both available in the .224 Valkyrie chambering. The Recon Tactical has a 16-inch barrel, while the Super Sniper features a 20-inch fluted barrel.

What are the price points for the new firearms discussed?

The Ruger Scout Rifle in .450 Bushmaster has an MSRP of $1200. The Ruger Model 77 in .17 WSM is priced at $1000 MSRP. The Kaiser X7 receiver set starts at $419, with an optional ejection port cover for $42. Wilson Combat AR-15s in .224 Valkyrie are priced just over $2500 MSRP.

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